Job Title

Oil Tester

Company Overview

King - West is a forward-thinking organisation committed to operational excellence and reliability. We leverage innovative practices to maintain high standards across our services, ensuring quality and efficiency in every aspect of our work.

Role Overview

As an Oil Tester, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of critical machinery through meticulous oil analysis. You will be responsible for conducting various tests, interpreting results, and providing valuable insights that support maintenance decisions and operational efficiency. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical capabilities, and a commitment to maintaining stringent quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Collect and prepare oil samples from various equipment according to established protocols. Perform a range of laboratory tests on oil samples, including viscosity, contamination, wear metal analysis, and flash point. Analyse test results and identify trends or anomalies that may indicate potential equipment issues. Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability of testing apparatus. Document all testing procedures, results, and observations meticulously, ensuring data integrity. Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to relevant stakeholders. Adhere strictly to health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices within the laboratory. Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies and laboratory processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Proven experience in laboratory testing or a similar technical role, ideally with exposure to oil analysis. Strong understanding of oil sampling techniques and common testing methodologies. Proficiency in using and maintaining laboratory equipment for oil analysis. Exceptional analytical skills with a meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication and active listening skills for reporting findings and collaborating with teams. Demonstrated adaptability in dynamic working environments. Solid computer literacy, including experience with data entry and report generation software.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

Familiarity with budget management principles related to laboratory operations. Basic business acumen to understand the impact of oil quality on operational costs and efficiency. Experience with change management processes within a technical or laboratory setting. Understanding of cloud computing applications for data storage and analysis. Ability to apply creative problem-solving approaches to unexpected testing challenges. A proactive approach to conflict resolution in team settings.

Tools and Technologies

Standard laboratory equipment (e.g., viscometers, spectrometers, particle counters) Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) Data analysis software

Work Environment and Employment Details

Work Location: Teruel, Spain

Employment Type: Full-time

Workplace Type: On-site

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Range: 1,000 - 12,000 USD

Application Process

To apply for the Oil Tester position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a suitable candidate for this role. We encourage all qualified applicants who meet most of the criteria to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Accessibility and Reasonable Adjustments

King - West is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you have a disability and require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to support you.

Equal Opportunities Statement

King - West is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Data Protection Notice

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that King - West will collect and process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including UK GDPR. Your data will be used solely for recruitment purposes and will be handled with strict confidentiality

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